Welcome to the final episode of Season 11 of the Black Doctors Podcast with Dr. Steven Bradley. As the year 2025 wraps up, Dr. Bradley reflects on his diverse career journey, sharing insights and lessons learned from his residency through his practice in military medicine and critical care anesthesiology. This transparent conversation provides valuable advice for current physicians on leadership, communication, and career transitio...

In this episode of the Black Doctors Podcast, Dr. Steven Bradley shares his inspiring journey from growing up with humble beginnings to becoming a physician. His story highlights the challenges and triumphs along the way, including switching from a music major to pursuing medicine, the support systems that helped him succeed, and the significance of gratitude and humility in his career. Dr. Bradley also reflects on the changes in t...

Join Dr. Steven Bradley on the Black Doctors Podcast as he separates Hollywood myths from reality regarding awareness under anesthesia. Discover what anesthesia is, how common intraoperative awareness is, and the measures taken to prevent it. Equip yourself with knowledge for a safer, more confident surgical experience.

- Understand the three main types of anesthesia: general, sedation, and regional, and their specific roles dur...

Welcome to the Black Doctors Podcast with Dr. Steven Bradley, discussing the groundbreaking yet morally challenging first FDA-approved CRISPR therapy for sickle cell disease.

Takeaways:

1. The CRISPR therapy manipulates a patient's blood forming stem cells to increase fetal hemoglobin, significantly reducing pain crises and organ damage associated with sickle cell disease. However, the therapy costs around $2 million, plus additi...

Welcome back to the Black Doctors podcast with Dr. Steven Bradley, where we delve into the future of medicine. Today, we explore 10 significant trends that are already reshaping healthcare, impacting physicians, residents, medical students, and patients alike.

Bullet Points:

- Artificial Intelligence & Clinical Decision Support: AI is not replacing physicians but reshaping their roles, making data interpretation and ensuring ...

Introduction:

In this episode of the Black Doctors Podcast, Dr. Steven Bradley, an anesthesiologist and medical ethicist, shares valuable insights and strategies to help you prepare for your medical school interviews. From common interview questions to effective answering techniques, this episode is packed with tips to boost your confidence and authenticity.

Takeaways:

- Learn how to answer common interview questions using structu...

In this episode of The Black Doctors Podcast, Dr. Steven Bradley, a double board-certified anesthesiologist and critical care medicine physician, discusses the importance of communicating with your anesthesiologist before surgery. He outlines key questions to ask to enhance understanding and comfort, covering topics such as types of anesthesia, pain management, and what to expect post-surgery. Dr. Bradley also emphasizes the need f...

In this episode of the Black Doctors Podcast, Dr. Steven Bradley explores the transformative yet challenging role of artificial intelligence (AI) in medical education. The discussion covers the potential benefits of AI, such as personalized learning and improved access to educational resources, as well as the ethical dilemmas it introduces, including bias, privacy concerns, and the erosion of critical thinking. Dr. Bradley emphasiz...

Introduction: In this episode, Dr. Steven Bradley discusses the critical aspects of leadership in medicine, emphasizing the importance of intentional communication, setting clear goals, and fostering psychological safety within medical teams.

Takeaways:

1. Effective Communication: Leadership is about intentional communication and follow-through. Introduce yourself to the team, set clear expectations, and use closed-loop communica...

In this episode of the Black Doctors Podcast, Dr. Steven Bradley discusses how pre-medical students can build an extracurricular portfolio that impresses medical school admissions committees, even without relying on GPA or MCAT scores. Dr. Bradley outlines a five-pillar blueprint and offers a 90-day action plan to help students demonstrate their readiness for a career in medicine.

Key takeaways include the importance of quality...

Trust Matters: Navigating Medicine as a Patient in the Age of Misinformation

Introduction:

In this episode of the Black Doctors Podcast, host Dr. Steven Bradley, a critical care anesthesiologist and medical ethicist, focuses on how patients can find trustworthy physicians amidst the overwhelming and often misleading information prevalent in today's media.

- Credentials and Training: Dr. Bradley emphasizes th...

In this episode of the Black Doctors Podcast, Dr. Steven Bradley discusses the implications of social media usage for healthcare professionals and others. Highlighting recent cases and guidelines from professional organizations, Dr. Bradley emphasizes the importance of mindful posting and the potential career risks associated with online behavior. He presents actionable strategies to protect oneself online and underscores the fine ...

The Art of Communication: Mastering Difficult Healthcare Conversations

In this episode of the Black Doctors Podcast, Dr. Steven Bradley, an anesthesiologist, critical care medicine physician, and bioethicist, delves into handling challenging conversations in healthcare. He emphasizes the importance of effective communication for patient outcomes, team performance, and personal wellbeing. Dr. Bradley shares insights from self-hel...

Study Smarter Not Harder: Tips for Pre-Med and Medical Student Success

In the latest episode of The Black Doctors Podcast, Dr. Steven Bradley provides a comprehensive study system designed to help pre-med students learn more efficiently.

Key points include:

- The importance of active recall, spaced repetition, interleaving, and elaboration/dual coding in memory retention.

- Building a weekly study schedule with deep...

Heart Matters: A Patient's Guide to Cardiac Anesthesia

This episode of the Black Doctors Podcast, hosted by Dr. Steven Bradley, aims to demystify cardiac anesthesia and provide a comprehensive, patient-friendly guide to heart procedures and the anesthesia involved. Dr. Bradley, an anesthesiologist, critical care physician, and bioethicist, explains various cardiac procedures, including cardiac bypass, valve repair, TAVR...

Patients at Risk? Ethical Challenges in Organ Donation

In this episode of The Black Doctors Podcast, Dr. Steven Bradley, an anesthesiologist, critical care physician, and bioethicist, discusses the complexities and ethical issues surrounding organ donation. Key topics include the structure and oversight of the U.S. organ donation system, the roles of various organizations, and the processes involved in organ matching an...

From Residency to Reality: Mastering the Transition to Attending Physician

Dr. Steven Bradley, host of the Black Doctors Podcast, provides new attending physicians with practical strategies to thrive in their careers. He covers key topics such as contract review, compensation models, malpractice insurance, benefits selection, student loans, taxes, and on-the-job efficiency. Dr. Bradley emphasizes the importance of prote...

Free Medical School?? What's the Catch?? Discussing Military Scholarships with a Physician Veteran

Dr. Steven Bradley, host of the Black Doctors Podcast, discusses various military medical scholarship programs, including the Health Profession Scholarship Program (HPSP), Uniform Services University of Health Sciences (USUHS), Financial Assistance Program (FAP), and Health Services Collegiate Program (HSCP). He explains t...

In this episode of the Black Doctors Podcast, Dr. Steven Bradley, an anesthesiologist and critical care physician, discusses regional anesthesia. He explains its different types: spinal, epidural, and peripheral nerve blocks, and provides a detailed overview of how they work, the situations they're used in, and the benefits and risks involved. Dr. Bradley also addresses common patient questions about being awake during surgery, the...